Court users and members of the public are assured that extra cleaning has been undertaken at the Parramatta courthouse.

Under NSW gaming laws, it's illegal to offer or supply alcohol to induce gambling because alcohol can affect judgement.

Congratulations to Jessica Heaney who won the Sydney Criminal Lawyers Scholarship award.

Ruth Lubrainschik has a "deep empathy for human struggle", and this deep empathy drives her interest in criminal law.

A truck driver was accused of filming a naked woman while she showered at the Sydney Morning Herald's Sydney offices.

To live and work in an environment free of sex discrimination and sexual harassment is a human right – not a privilege.

Can a protected person be charged with breaching the AVO?

If extradited to the US, Wikileaks founder Julian Assange could face espionage charges of up to 175 years behind bars.

Explains the role of a criminal defence lawyer and clears up some myths about what defence lawyers actually do.

Notable Australian lawyers have signed the letter, which calls for the "long overdue" release of the Wikileaks' founder.

Parents need a delicate balance between allowing teens some privacy, and also enforcing strict 'safety online' measures.

The rules when it comes to criminal justice visas in Australia.

Crown Inadequacy Appeal successful as NSW Court of Criminal Appeal finds original penalty manifestly inadequate.

Despite recommendations from the Royal Commission in 1991, too many Aboriginal people are still being incarcerated.

A new bill has ensured that ongoing drug supply cases can remain in the Local Court, unless elected to a higher court.

Almost 40 people have been arrested recently in Sydney, for an alleged day-care fraud ring to defraud the government.

It can often be difficult for the prosecution to prove guilt for an offence, if the physical act was never carried out.

Employers who do not review payroll systems risk significant penalties because of non-compliance with their obligations.

For many late-night business operators and socialisers, the rollback of lock out laws across Sydney is a welcome change.

There are a number of key qualities that every criminal defence lawyer must have in their interactions with clients.